Liverpool John Moores University

University

Physics

Train to become an outstanding teacher of Secondary Physics with Liverpool John Moores University. Graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

If you are looking to develop into an inspirational teacher of Physics and have the motivation and the will to succeed, this is the course for you. Teachers of Physics are in considerable demand with excellent employment prospects.

The course is suitable for graduates in a physics or engineering-based discipline, while subject knowledge enhancement courses are available for those who have a Level 3 physics-based qualification but a degree in another specialism.

The course prepares you to teach Secondary Physics as a component of the Secondary Science Curriculum. In addition to sessions to develop your expertise in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 Physics, you will attend complementary sessions to consolidate your knowledge of Key Stage 3 Biology and Chemistry.

The subject knowledge sessions focus on common misconceptions held by Secondary science students, and are hands on with a strong emphasis on practical and investigative science teaching.

As well as broadening your own science knowledge, the sessions introduce you to strategies that allow you make your science knowledge as accessible and interesting as possible to Secondary science students.

Entry requirements

To join this PGDE, you should have a first degree (or recognised equivalent) in a Physics-related discipline normally with significant content in your chosen subject area. The degree classification should be at third class Honours or above. Previous successful applicants include those with an 'A' level in Physics who have studied engineering, surveying or a science-related subject.

Additional requirements for the programme include:

GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalent qualification).

A demonstrable interest in teaching within the curriculum area. You could show this in a number of ways – time spent in schools, knowledge of the chosen curriculum area, relevant practical experience. A minimum of 10 days’ work experience in a UK Secondary school is normally required prior to commencing the programme. We can help to arrange this for successful applicants

Applicants will need to pass Professional Skills Tests in Numeracy and Literacy prior to entry to this programme. A Disclosure and Barring Service check and a DfE Fitness to Teach health form are required.

Assessment methods

Course assessment methods include: critical reflections on research and practice, small scale research projects, the design and analysis of learning experiences, presentations and a portfolio of professional activities.

You will need to monitor your progression towards achieving the professional standards required for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and to maintain a professional development portfolio associated with these.

A final assessment of your achievement of the Teachers’ standards required will be based on observation and assessment of your teaching practice and the evidence base that you develop during training.

Fees

Please note the fees for 2018/19 are still awaiting final confirmation.